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Audi A3 Sportback vs Mazda 3 Sedan - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 25000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Mazda 3 Sedan?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda 3 Sedan has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £ , while the Audi A3 Sportback costs 27000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2023 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.50 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.
A3 Sportback
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Sportback has a convincingly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 214 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls convincingly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm difference.
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A3 Sportback
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is barely noticeable lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers slightly more room – 450 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Sedan slight takes the win – 481 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Audi A3 Sportback proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £27,000
Audi A3 Sportback
Audi A3 Sportback
Mazda 3 Sedan
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Audi A3 Sportback
The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.
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Mazda 3 Sedan
4.7 (1 Reviews)
The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.
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Audi A3 Sportback
Mazda 3 Sedan
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
25000 - 34200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
467 - 481 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mazda
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What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?
The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.